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Name: VIZIO - SmartCast 38" 3.1-Channel Soundbar System with Subwoofer and Digital Amplifier - Black
Brand: VIZIO
SKU: 4897902
Price: 199.99 USD
Rating: 4.5 (508 reviews)

VIZIO - SmartCast 38" 3.1-Channel Soundbar System with Subwoofer and Digital Amplifier - Black

Model:: SB3831-D0; |
SKU:: 4897902

User rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars with 508 reviews.

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Questionwill this work if i dont have a smartcast tv?
Asked 9 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Yes. You will just have to use the remote instead of the Comcast capabilities.
  Answered 8 years ago by atticus6986
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QuestionNeither the Bluetooth or SoundBar wifi setup options have worked when I try to setup Chromecast audio on my SoundBar. Any suggestions? The packaging said Chromecast audio was an option, so I am assuming this should work?
Asked 9 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer I just sync it via Bluetooth to my phone and everything works fine.
  Answered 8 years ago by Tidenation
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QuestionIs this soundbar system compatible with the Visio 50" 4k P series I purchased earlier this year at BB?
Asked 9 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer I don't know for sure but I can't see why not
  Answered 8 years ago by Commish
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QuestionDoes Vizio smartcast 38 3.1 channel sound bar work with Vizio TV model: VP42 HDTV20A?
Asked 9 years ago by JKIII.
- Answer Absolutely! I have mines connected to a 42" Vizio! Just make sure it has the necessary connections! If you have an optical input, you're good to go!
  Answered 8 years ago by Blue24
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QuestionDoes the subwoofer that comes with the 3.1 have rear speaker inputs? Or just the subwoofer that comes with the 5.1 kit?
Asked 9 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer There are no speaker inputs on the 3.1 subwoofer. It cannot be used with the rear speakers sold with the 5.1 sets.
  Answered 9 years ago by HARS
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QuestionDoes this work with a hisense tv
Asked 9 years ago by Dee.
- Answer Works with any TV
  Answered 8 years ago by Rock
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QuestionI seen somewhere here that SUB must be in the line of sight with sound bar - I have a glass TV stand/table, if I have sound bar on the upper shelf and SUB on the lower and a glass in between, would it work. If not, can SUB be connected by wire and how?
Asked 9 years ago by kisianik.
- Answer I just so happen to have my sub sitting on a glass shelf, if there's enough room, place something under the sub! Mines is sitting just under the bar, on the bottom shelf!
  Answered 8 years ago by Blue24
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QuestionWhat are the dimensions of the subwoofer?
Asked 9 years ago by Paleomom.
- Answer for more info look here https://www.vizio.com/sb3831d0.html or just dimensions 8.31”W x 9.09”H x 8.31”D
  Answered 9 years ago by kisianik
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QuestionIs this sound bar compatible with an LG TV?
Asked 9 years ago by Bob.
- Answer Yes. As long as you have an optical out, HDMI ARC out, or even an RCA out (red/white plugs), this is compatible.
  Answered 8 years ago by Action123
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Questioncan I connect my cd player through my amp/ receiver via rca connection to the soundbar?
Asked 9 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer No RCA connection is available on this sound bar. HDMI, Optical, USB, Aux and Digital. No RCA.
  Answered 8 years ago by Tidenation
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QuestionI got the soundbar up and running and paired with my iPhone but need more detailed instructions on how to play music from my iPhone. Where can I get more detailed instructions so I can play music from my iPhone library?
Asked 9 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Please feel free to contact our support team at chat.vizio.com or 1-877-878-4946 and we would be happy to assist you. Thanks -Randal
  Answered 9 years ago by VIZIO
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QuestionIs it possible to power the soundbar with 220V (thinking of taking it to EUROPE) --> is it 110/220V? Thx
Asked 9 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Thanks for your interest. The sound bar supports a 120V @ 60Hz voltage range. -Randal
  Answered 9 years ago by VIZIO
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QuestionWhich one is better, this one, 3831-D0 or 3831-C6M? Which one newer and what's the advantage of each other?
Asked 9 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer I believe the 3831-C6M is the 2015 model and the 3831-D0 is the newer 2016 model
  Answered 9 years ago by luke
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QuestionCan this be placed on a 5" high by 42" wide shelf underneath the tv without reducing the sound quality?
Asked 9 years ago by placement.
- Answer The dimensions of the sound bar with the feet is 38.17in x 3.06in x 3.00in. The audio projects from the front of the sound bar so as long we there isn't anything in front of the sound bar, it should be fine. -Randal
  Answered 9 years ago by VIZIO
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QuestionHow many watts is this system?
Asked 9 years ago by Keezy.
- Answer 1.21 Gigawatts! Just kidding. Vizio doesn't seem to provide that information in the technical specifications. What I can tell you is that it does get really loud, but that's completely subjective. Go to BestBuy and try the demo unit yourself, and see if it meets your expectations. What I think sounds great, might sound bad to you.
  Answered 8 years ago by Slashzero
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QuestionIs an amplifier/equalizer required? If so, any recommendations?
Asked 9 years ago by Teocarlo.
- Answer No, I just plug my fire stick into it and plug it to the TV. Sounds great
  Answered 8 years ago by Oapdm
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QuestionHi... with the 2 satellite speakers, can they be connected wirelessly or are they strictly wired? Thanks
Asked 9 years ago by Wondering.
- Answer Do not know. It does have Blue Tooth.
  Answered 9 years ago by Doodles
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QuestionWhat is SmartCast?
Asked 9 years ago by andy.
- Answer Smart Cast streams over wifi.
  Answered 9 years ago by CommunityAnswer
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QuestionI believe you have the wrong photo for this product. The photo looks more like a 5.1-channel system and is not the same illustration of this system that Vizio has on their site.
Asked 9 years ago by TigerMO.
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QuestionI was initially able to connect to my mobile phone via Bluetooth. However, after shutting it down for the night I have been unable to reconnect via Bluetooth even on my network. Any suggestions other than blowing away the app and starting over?
Asked 9 years ago by NewlyPurchased.
- Answer press Bluetooth button and try repairing
  Answered 9 years ago by Vball
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VIZIO - SmartCast 38" 3.1-Channel Soundbar System with Subwoofer and Digital Amplifier - Black

Q: Questionwill this work if i dont have a smartcast tv?

Q: QuestionNeither the Bluetooth or SoundBar wifi setup options have worked when I try to setup Chromecast audio on my SoundBar. Any suggestions? The packaging said Chromecast audio was an option, so I am assuming this should work?

Q: QuestionIs this soundbar system compatible with the Visio 50" 4k P series I purchased earlier this year at BB?

Q: QuestionDoes Vizio smartcast 38 3.1 channel sound bar work with Vizio TV model: VP42 HDTV20A?

Q: QuestionDoes the subwoofer that comes with the 3.1 have rear speaker inputs? Or just the subwoofer that comes with the 5.1 kit?

Q: QuestionDoes this work with a hisense tv

Q: QuestionI seen somewhere here that SUB must be in the line of sight with sound bar - I have a glass TV stand/table, if I have sound bar on the upper shelf and SUB on the lower and a glass in between, would it work. If not, can SUB be connected by wire and how?

Q: QuestionWhat are the dimensions of the subwoofer?

Q: QuestionIs this sound bar compatible with an LG TV?

Q: Questioncan I connect my cd player through my amp/ receiver via rca connection to the soundbar?

Q: QuestionI got the soundbar up and running and paired with my iPhone but need more detailed instructions on how to play music from my iPhone. Where can I get more detailed instructions so I can play music from my iPhone library?

Q: QuestionIs it possible to power the soundbar with 220V (thinking of taking it to EUROPE) --> is it 110/220V? Thx

Q: QuestionWhich one is better, this one, 3831-D0 or 3831-C6M? Which one newer and what's the advantage of each other?

Q: QuestionCan this be placed on a 5" high by 42" wide shelf underneath the tv without reducing the sound quality?

Q: QuestionHow many watts is this system?

Q: QuestionIs an amplifier/equalizer required? If so, any recommendations?

Q: QuestionHi... with the 2 satellite speakers, can they be connected wirelessly or are they strictly wired? Thanks

Q: QuestionWhat is SmartCast?

Q: QuestionI believe you have the wrong photo for this product. The photo looks more like a 5.1-channel system and is not the same illustration of this system that Vizio has on their site.

Q: QuestionI was initially able to connect to my mobile phone via Bluetooth. However, after shutting it down for the night I have been unable to reconnect via Bluetooth even on my network. Any suggestions other than blowing away the app and starting over?

Questionwill this work if i dont have a smartcast tv?

QuestionNeither the Bluetooth or SoundBar wifi setup options have worked when I try to setup Chromecast audio on my SoundBar. Any suggestions? The packaging said Chromecast audio was an option, so I am assuming this should work?

QuestionIs this soundbar system compatible with the Visio 50" 4k P series I purchased earlier this year at BB?

QuestionDoes Vizio smartcast 38 3.1 channel sound bar work with Vizio TV model: VP42 HDTV20A?

QuestionDoes the subwoofer that comes with the 3.1 have rear speaker inputs? Or just the subwoofer that comes with the 5.1 kit?

QuestionDoes this work with a hisense tv

QuestionI seen somewhere here that SUB must be in the line of sight with sound bar - I have a glass TV stand/table, if I have sound bar on the upper shelf and SUB on the lower and a glass in between, would it work. If not, can SUB be connected by wire and how?

QuestionWhat are the dimensions of the subwoofer?

QuestionIs this sound bar compatible with an LG TV?

Questioncan I connect my cd player through my amp/ receiver via rca connection to the soundbar?

QuestionI got the soundbar up and running and paired with my iPhone but need more detailed instructions on how to play music from my iPhone. Where can I get more detailed instructions so I can play music from my iPhone library?

QuestionIs it possible to power the soundbar with 220V (thinking of taking it to EUROPE) --> is it 110/220V? Thx

QuestionWhich one is better, this one, 3831-D0 or 3831-C6M? Which one newer and what's the advantage of each other?

QuestionCan this be placed on a 5" high by 42" wide shelf underneath the tv without reducing the sound quality?

QuestionHow many watts is this system?

QuestionIs an amplifier/equalizer required? If so, any recommendations?

QuestionHi... with the 2 satellite speakers, can they be connected wirelessly or are they strictly wired? Thanks

QuestionWhat is SmartCast?

QuestionI believe you have the wrong photo for this product. The photo looks more like a 5.1-channel system and is not the same illustration of this system that Vizio has on their site.

QuestionI was initially able to connect to my mobile phone via Bluetooth. However, after shutting it down for the night I have been unable to reconnect via Bluetooth even on my network. Any suggestions other than blowing away the app and starting over?